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_ (press release) _ Mayor Jim Watson is set to lead a trade mission to India to attract investment for Ottawa businesses and build opportunities in training, research and tourism. The 35 delegates represent technology companies, academic institutions, business and tourism associations, and Invest Ottawa, the city’s economic development agency. ...

_ (press release) _ With the approval of new vehicle-for-hire regulations by City Council today, Ottawa has become one of the first Canadian jurisdictions to adopt regulations for Private Transportation Companies. ‎The City has also adopted a lighter regulatory framework for the traditional taxi industry in order to allow it to compete and innovate with new service offerings. ...

_ (press release) _ Canada’s Largest Research & Technology Park is buzzing with growth and exceptional career opportunities for new students and experienced professionals.  For the third year in a row the Kanata North Business Association has hosted the popular job fair, one of the largest in the area, at the Brookstreet Hotel, seeing over 1100 attendants last year. ...

_ (press release) _ Ottawa residents could soon have the opportunity to make their city elections more fair and friendly. On Monday at noon , the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Ted McMeekin, will introduce legislation allowing cities to change their voting system to Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) also known as Ranked Ballots. ...

When the Conservatives won the election in 2011 with 39% of the popular vote, it was generally agreed that something was wrong with our electoral system. When the Liberals won the election in 2015 with 39% of the popular vote, it was almost universally agreed that something had to be done. ...

_ (press release) _ Mayor Jim Watson has asked that the flag of Pakistan be flown at City Hall over the coming days to mourn the tragic loss of life which happened in Lahore, Pakistan on Sunday, March 27 and to express the sadness of all residents of Ottawa. ...

_ (press release) _ Construction is about to rise above ground at the site for the Ottawa Art Gallery Expansion and Arts Court Redevelopment project. With the structure of the underground parking garage now complete and the structure of the concourse level set for completion in mid-April, Mayor Jim Watson joined the Honourable Madeleine Meilleur, MPP for Ottawa-Vanier and Rideau-Vanier Ward Councillor Mathieu Fleury today to celebrate the start of the next stage of construction. ...

_ (press release) _ As part of the _ Leave the Phone Alone _ distracted driving enforcement campaign, officers from Ottawa Police and Gatineau Police conducted a city wide enforcement blitz Tuesday morning, targeting drivers using cell phones. In total, Ottawa and Gatineau Police issued 79 Provincial Offence Notices (PON) to drivers for using handheld communication devices. ...

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(press release) Ottawa Community Housing Corporation (OCH) welcomed today’s Federal announcement and its commitment to invest in social infrastructure.  Affordable housing and homelessness are important social concerns for Canadians. Having a safe, affordable home means a greater chance for a healthy and successful life. ...